Thu Apr 16 2026 02:00:00 GMT+0200 (Central European Summer Time)

What Equipment Is Used in Yoghurt Production? Complete Equipment Guide

Equipment used in yoghurt production is yoghurt making equipment to produce tasty yogurt in large or samll scale yoghurt production line.

What Equipment Is Used in Yoghurt Production? Complete Equipment Guide

Specifications

EquipmentFunction | Capacity Options | Estimated Cost
Milk Reception TankRaw milk storage and cooling | 200-2000L | $3,000-12,000
Milk Filter (Duplex)Remove impurities | 500-5000L/hr | $1,500-6,000
Preheating TankWarm milk to processing temp | 200-2000L | $2,000-8,000
HomogenizerBreak down fat globules | 300-3000L/hr | $4,000-15,000
PasteurizerHeat treatment for safety | 200-5000L | $5,000-20,000
Fermentation TankCulture incubation | 200-3000L | $6,000-25,000
Plate CoolerRapid cooling after pasteurization | Match line | $2,000-8,000
Filling MachinePackage yogurt | 500-3000 cups/hr | $4,000-20,000
CIP Cleaning SystemAutomated cleaning | Match line | $3,000-12,000

Specifications

EquipmentFunction | Required? | Cost
Milk PumpTransfer milk between stages | Yes | $500-2,000
Culture Dosing SystemAccurate culture addition | Recommended | $1,000-3,000
Cold RoomFinished product storage | Yes | $3,000-10,000
Steam GeneratorHeating and sterilization | Optional | $2,000-8,000
Compressed Air SystemPneumatic controls | Optional | $1,000-3,000
Water Treatment SystemPurified water supply | Recommended | $2,000-6,000

Specifications

EquipmentPurpose | Key Specifications
Milk Reception TankStore and cool raw milk | SUS 304, cooling jacket, agitator
Temperature SensorMonitor milk temperature | Digital display, ±0.5°C accuracy
Milk PumpTransfer to processing | Food-grade stainless steel

Specifications

EquipmentPurpose | Key Specifications
Duplex FilterRemove impurities | 100 mesh, dual chamber for continuous operation
Preheating TankWarm milk to 40-50°C | Electric or steam heating, agitator

Specifications

EquipmentPurpose | Key Specifications
HomogenizerBreak down fat globules | 150-250 bar pressure, 60-70°C
PasteurizerEliminate pathogens | 85-95°C, 15-30 min holding time
Plate CoolerRapid cooling | Reduce to 42-45°C in 20 min

Specifications

EquipmentPurpose | Key Specifications
Fermentation TankCulture incubation | Temperature controlled 42°C, insulated
Culture Dosing SystemAdd starter culture | Accurate 2-3% dosing
pH MeterMonitor fermentation | Digital, ±0.1 accuracy